Nothing But The Truth

Next year, Halperin will begin spreading the word about cryonics, with The First Immortal, his sophomore novel, which he has been researching for two years. "The underlying themes of the story include science vs. superstition, and the nature of identity and consciousness," he says. "It is also another journey into the future."

Freezing the dead for resurrection is no sure thing, Halperin admits, but "it is an investment in hope, in the belief that humankind will someday conquer even its most implacable enemy."

Halperin will again explore a future where crime is a rarity, the world is at peace, and people live longer, more fulfilling lives--perhaps indefinitely. "I think most readers would consider the future depicted in The Truth Machine to be far better in most--though certainly not all--respects than our world of today," he insists. "Of course, if everything ended perfectly, it wouldn't make for much of a story, would it

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